History
The Duroché family's first bottling was in 1933. Since fifth generation Pierre Duroché took the helm in 2005, the domaine has been catapulted to a whole new level.
Duroché holdings encompass 8.25 ha in the appellation of Gevrey-Chambertin, including Bourgogne Rouge and Blanc, Gevrey-villages, and smattering of micro cuvées of top lieu-dits. Moving up the ladder, the Durochés have 1.2 ha of 1er Cru Lavaut St Jacques, as well as tiny plots of Estournelles St. Jacques and Champeaux. The crown jewels are the four Grand Crus of Charmes, Griottes, Latricieres and Clos de Beze!
Domaine Duroché, where Pierre, the son, who started in 2003 alongside his father, took over fully on his own in 2005 and is quietly bringing a new energy to this under-the-radar producer in Gevrey-Chambertin. While Gevrey has more than its fair share of "Rock Stars", it is nice to see a young winemaker not trying to make his mark by emulating some of the big/flashy/oaky proponents in the village. Humbly stated, Pierre’s intentions are to continue the family tradition and make wines of elegance and finesse, and this he achieves beautifully.